The Warren County Farmers’ Fair is more than an agricultural fair. It boasts a hot air balloon festival, and a variety of shows and competitions you don’t often find in today’s world of digital entertainment. From demolition derbies and a rodeo, to fry pan throwing and hay bale rolling in the Agricultural Olympics, the Fair provides a great variety of entertainment for all! Located in Harmony Township, NJ – just a few minutes north of Phillipsburg and minutes off Rt. 78 – the Fair will run from Saturday, July 26 to Saturday, August 2, 2025.
This year is a year of Celebrations! Not only is Warren County celebrating its 200th year, but the Hot Air Balloon Festival, is celebrating its 25th year in Warren County. The Fair itself has been around since 1937 and will be celebrating 87 years of providing affordable family fun. Admission is only $10 for an adult, and $5 for children ages 6 through 12, with 5 and under being free, as well as free parking. Advance admission tickets are available online.
Advance event tickets are available via mail order through July 15th, for the Bullride Mania Rodeo on opening day Saturday, the Demolition Derbies on Sunday and Friday and the Truck Pull on Thursday night. Tickets for these events and the Stock/Hot Stock Tractor Pulls may also be purchased at the Fairgrounds during regular Fair hours, in addition to Friday, July 25 from 9am to 6pm.
Admission includes access to the balloon festival. If you’ve never been to a balloon festival, the balloons come out in the evening, with a 6:30 pm launch time. On select evenings, special shape balloon Fred G. Monster and there will even be a big Birthday Cake balloon to help celebrate. Full flight balloon rides are available and may be scheduled in advance to ensure your spot. Text or call 908-283-0721 or email fly@balloonfestnj.com to inquire about pricing and to reserve. There will be tethered rides each evening, first come first served, ranging from $20-$30 per person. Tentative start time is around 5 pm, if wind conditions allow. Patience is appreciated for these popular rides - especially for little ones - as we put passenger safety first.
You don’t have to be just a spectator at this event. To participate, check out the Contest Rules & Regs page online. Sign your team up for the Agricultural Olympics, hop in your hot rod and enter your car in the Belvidere FFA Alumni & Supporters Car, Truck & Tractor show, on opening day Saturday. Do you sew, craft, knit, crochet, bake, take awesome photos, paint, preserve foods, grow flowers, herbs, fruits or vegetables? Then check out the Home & Garden building contests and plan your entries today.
Maybe that’s not your speed? If speed, skill and power are your thing, check out our Main Arena power events. The events featured include the demolition derbies, rodeo, truck and tractor pulls, ranging from garden tractors to larger engine tractors. If you ride horses, check out the variety of equestrian events to enter.
If you don’t want your adrenaline pumping you can always grab a beer in the beer garden. Listen to some of our great local entertainers. Saturday kicks off with local favorites, the Harmony Garage Band, and the Reel to Reel Country Band. Jeff Bellfy, another local band, will play on Sunday. Other bands throughout the week include Waitin’ on Sundown on Thursday, MP & The Big River Band on Friday, and Circle Round the Sun and TimeWhys on closing day Saturday. All included in your admission to the Fair. If you like to perform yourself, you can participate in the Talent Show on Tuesday night. If you like to dance, come on out Tuesday night for some line dancing and Friday night for some Square Dancing.
Got kids? Be sure to check out the Kids’ Corral, where you will find crafts, contests, entertainment, activities and more. Join the Foam party on opening day Saturday - be sure to bring a towel (required to participate) and a change of clothes. All activities and shows are free of charge for fairgoers and their children.
Sunday, July 27 is Veteran’s Day with free admission for Veterans and active duty military. Monday, July 28 is Seniors Day, with free admission when you show your Medicare card. Stop by a little early and enjoy the free Senior Expo, from 1:30-4 pm, on the dance floor. Seniors can participate in the Senior Chicken in the Pan Toss at 1:45.
Of course it wouldn’t be a county fair without the traditional horse shows, 4-H and FFA exhibits and contests, an antique tractor show, carnival rides and some good old funnel cake, roasted corn on the cob, fresh squeezed lemonade and homemade pies - about 12 varieties to pick from and an a la mode option! Support some great, local non-profits.
The Traditional Arts Expo showcases some fabulous quilting, weaving, sewing, amigurumi and other fiber arts. Be sure to check out the Traditional Arts building and their wonderland of quilts on display on the south end of the Fairgrounds.
Warren County’s breathtaking, rural countryside makes for a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of life. So hop in your car and make a trip out to our beautiful backyard in Warren County, NJ, and help us celebrate. Situated less than 1.5 hours from both NYC and Philadelphia.
For a full schedule of events, directions, contests rules and more, visit www.warrencountyfarmersfair.org and plan your getaway today.
The Warren County Farmers’ Fair featuring the Hot Air Balloon Festival is supported in part by a grant from the NJ Department of State, Division of Travel and Tourism. VisitNJ.org.
Funding was provided by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts and Warren Co. Cultural & Heritage Affairs, a Division of the Department of Land Preservation with support by the Warren County Board of County Commissioners.
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